Here is the latest update from the ongoing FIFA World Cup as of 2026-06-23 15:25:00.
Chicago — Erling Haaland has minimized the importance of Norway’s crucial Group I match against Kylian Mbappé and France, stating that Les Bleus “will probably win against us.”
Both Norway and France secured their places in the knockout stage on Monday with wins against Senegal and Iraq, respectively. The two teams will meet in Boston on June 26, each tied on six points. However, France holds the top position thanks to a slightly better goal difference.
In a dramatic turn of events, Ismaïla Sarr’s late goal for Senegal in a 3-2 defeat prevented Norway from entering the France match as group leaders. Consequently, Stale Solbakken’s squad must defeat Didier Deschamps’ side to claim the title of Group I winners.
Haaland Unfazed by Challenge
Despite the stakes, Manchester City forward Haaland expressed that he is indifferent to the match outcome since Norway has already met its pre-tournament goal of advancing to the next round.
“Honestly, I don’t care too much [about the France game],” Haaland explained to Fox Sports. “We’re through, we managed to get through, which is incredible.”
“So I couldn’t care too much about that game now. They [France] are probably going to win against us; they’re probably going to win the whole tournament,” he added.
Friday’s encounter will also feature a showdown between Haaland and Mbappé, both of whom have netted four goals in two games during the World Cup.
Norway’s Coach Weighs In
Norway’s coach, Solbakken, stated that while Haaland had a missed opportunity against Senegal, he believes the striker is the best in the tournament.
“He is the best striker — he is not playing for France or Argentina; he scores for Norway,” Solbakken said. “He’s on fire, and I’m very happy for him that he can score on the biggest stage.”
FAQs
What is the significance of the Norway vs. France game?
This match will determine the Group I winners for the knockout stage.
How has Erling Haaland performed in the World Cup?
Haaland has scored four goals in two matches, showcasing his skills on a global platform.
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- Source: www.espn.com – SOCCER
- Published: 2026-06-23 15:25:00
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